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About DAD Independent Advocacy Service
DAD offer a range of advocacy services for people in the area. Find out more here about different types of advocacy.
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Who we can help and referral information
Find out here who is eligible for our support and how you can make a referral.
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Advocacy News
Updates and developments in our Independent Advocacy Service.
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Self Advocacy
Self advocacy is about empowering people to have choice and control over their lives.
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Online referral form for professionals
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DAD provides independent advocacy for people who need support to have their voice heard, their rights respected and safeguarded. High quality advocacy can lead to people having greater choice, control, independence and a more fulfilled life.
DAD has a team of skilled and experienced advocates who can provide one to one independent advocacy support and also a range of self advocacy groups to support people to speak up themselves.
DAD can currently provide advocacy across Darlington, Stockton, Redcar and Middlesbrough. In addition we are also funded by the Police Crime and Victims Office to provide advocacy for victims of Hate Crime and victims of any crime who have mental health needs.
Latest News
DAD now has a Freephone Number!\ \ 19/Feb/2026\ \ Our Freephone number is 08000847725